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Indie business club with Barfield and McKinney14 Handbags And Gladrags: Industry AwardsHello, Award-Winning-Copywriter Mel and Non-Award-Entering Ben here.Today’s episode is called Handbags And Gladrags. It’s all about industry awards and whether they’re worth entering as an indie business owner. Spoiler: Mel says yes.Industry awards don’t always come with a great reputation. I (Ben) have definitely been a bit sniffy about them in the past. But it’s been a lovely thing to see the joy and confidence that winning first place in the Brand Copywriting Category at the recent Women In Marketing Awards has brought Me...2024-12-1231 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Final Episode: See You Soon, Byyyyeee!This is my final episode for Past Level 50. I think I’ve said plenty. My transition is taking me in other directions and I want to focus on my business Mel’s Pod at The Cedar Chest of Pearland. I am still on most social media platforms. Please follow me and let me know that you followed me from the podcast. I loved every second of podcasting and might make appearances on Naked Onion Mystery Tours with Edith Ivey Rosenblath if she’ll have me! Hahahaha! I am on TikTok until we’re not. (Iykyk) find me here: mel_on_tiktok...2024-06-0421 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Stop Supporting Fast FashionStop buying fast fashion just because it’s cheap and disposable. Watch the Brandy Melville documentary on HBO MAX. It will change your life.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2024-04-1026 min
Project Lioness PodcastHow to Authentically Pivot in Motherhood & Entrepreneurship with Dr. Alex Mosley - Pt. 2🦁Project Lioness Podcast🎙️ How to Authentically Pivot in Motherhood & Entrepreneurship w/ Dr. Alex Mosley - Pt. 2
In this episode, Dr. Mel and guest + Project Lioness Graduate, Dr. Alex Mosley, jam on all things parenting, motherhood, and entrepreneurship. They go deep on the courage it takes to authentically pivot in life to pursue your values with more fulfillment and energy.
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Alex Mosley celebrates the small things in life. In fact, she believes that life unfolds best inside the small moments, and without them, we can’t have the big ones that m...2024-03-151h 06
Project Lioness PodcastHow to Authentically Pivot in Motherhood & Entrepreneurship with Dr. Alex Mosley - Pt. 1🦁Project Lioness Podcast🎙️ How to Authentically Pivot in Motherhood & Entrepreneurship w/ Dr. Alex Mosley - Pt. 1
In this episode, Dr. Mel and guest + Project Lioness Graduate, Dr. Alex Mosley, jam on all things parenting, motherhood, and entrepreneurship. They go deep on the courage it takes to authentically pivot in life to pursue your values with more fulfillment and energy.
More about Dr. Alex:
Alex Mosley celebrates the small things in life. In fact, she believes that life unfolds best inside the small moments, and without them, we can’t have the big ones that ma...2024-03-081h 02
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50How Do We Do This Without Instructions?Jasmine is a podcaster on J&A: The Unfiltered Mental Health Podcast- to get you emotionally unfucked. Find her and Alexander on your favorite podcast platform. This episode is to introduce you to the world of women in their 50’s. We talked about ex-husbands, stupid male doctors, flooding, food and everything else that makes us who we are. She is amazing and has filled my Mexican meals with extreme spiciness. Enjoy!!
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Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Stepping Into the Thanksgiving Celebration with Courage with Kitty RebellionIt seems complicated when we have extended families. The exes, their families, the children, the step children and the bonus children. Kitty Rebellion shared her story last Thanksgiving and I had to have her share it with you. Listen to this episode if you think that celebrating with the new or additional family members may be unbearable. She brings a new perspective to celebrating with everyone, Listen to discover who she carved the turkey with and know that you too can accomplish those feats as well. Kitty Rebellion can be found everywhere as a podcaster, a creator and as a...2023-11-181h 02
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Toxic Relatives and Surviving Thanksgiving: Laura Bytheway can helpIt’s Thanksgiving and we’re out celebrating with our family and friends. It’s all fun and games until it’s not. This episode is for you! Listen and laugh. You might find a new strategy to help you cope with dealing with these difficult individuals. Laura Bytheway is the creator of the amazing podcast: THE POST-NARC LIFE PODCAST. She is a certified Life Coach and Narcissism Specialist. She has seen the drama of the holidays and she’s here to help with tips, inspiration and coaching to help us celebrate with joy and gratitude.
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Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Narcissists Here, There, Everywhere! Conversation with Laura BythewayLaura Bytheway is a Post Narc Life Coach, Podcaster, Speaker and genuinely a woman who is helping women retrain their mind out of old habits and guiding them to new behaviors. We met at the PodGals Experience and I knew we had to talk. I read her Instagram posts and each one awakens experiences. On October 20, she posted this on her Instagram and my epiphany began. I’m using her words: “Here’s a big thing that makes a narcissistic a narcissistic… and its not gaslighting, shaming, blaming, guilting, or lack of empathy (but they definitely do those) What distinguishes a true n...2023-11-0254 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Facing Trauma without the Mask: Misty’s StoryMisty is on TikTok. She paints, sculpts and creates digital art. She is often on a TikTok LIVE talking about creating something new and takes us on the it’s process. The rapport has always positive and she manages to make me feel inspired to create something with fabric. Misty and I talked about recording an episode on this podcast. Initially, I thought we were going to talk about creating art but the conversation changed. Listen to her message and know that you are never alone in your personal journey. Follow Misty on TikTok at Misty-DesignsbyMistyBlue.
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The Señora Vibes PodcastPART 2: ”I started the podcast out of anger, and what I realized was I needed to speak. I knew eventually somebody was going to listen”. - Mel the Podcaster
I’m excited to share the second part of our LIVE recording from TX PODGALS EXPERIENCE. Here’s hoping these LIVE episodes ignite a revolution of authenticity in podcasting, challenging aspiring and established podcasters to break free from societal norms, find their niche, and unleash their true voices, all while combating self-doubt and societal expectations.
Panel 2 Guests include:
Toni B- The Group Chat Live @tonibthestylist
Mel the Podcaster- Past Level 50 @pastlevel50podcast
Krystal Proffitt-The Proffitt Podcast @krystalproffitttx
In this episode, you will be able to:
Discover the secre...2023-10-1827 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Epiphany: Do you acknowledge it, ignore it or procrastinate what you will do?I know when I am alone in my thoughts I have moments of epiphany. These moments can easily be used to plan things out, they can also be used to validate what I may be wanting to work on. Sometimes I just procrastinate. To make an actual change I feel that I have to be honest with what I’m feeling. This honesty requires a voice. And it requires me to connect the voice to an action and get results.
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Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Going to a MedSpa? ACPS _plasticsurgery might have what I need!I made off like a facial bandit at the @txpodcastergals experience. I met so many amazing women podcasters and fantastic vendors. Natalia Castille from ACPS MedSpa honored me with the grand prize. This is the list. 1. ZO Skin Health Daily Power Defense 2. ZO Skin Health Complexion Renewal Pads 3. SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Prevent 4. SkinMedica Rejuvenating Hydrator 5. Alastin SkincareGentle Cleanser 6. Alastin Skincare ReSurface Skin Polish 7. Alastin Skincare HA Immerse Serum 8. 2 Lip balms 9. SkinMedica travel tote 10. A $25 coupon. Thank you Natalia Castille, LMT, SS @nataliacastille
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2023-10-1111 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Birthdays and DeathdaysIn life, we know more or less when we will be born, unless there’s a special circumstance. In death, we never know. I was celebrating my birthday a week ago and I am celebrating with a different perspective because I want to embrace my friends and family in every gathering for the future. With the passing of Susie and Walter, I have come to realize that we never know when we will leave this earth. So my thought for you is… embrace each day, embrace those you love, embrace the celebrations, and embrace your self along the way. Thanks for...2023-09-1808 min
The Burning Eden Podcast: With Baph and MelBaph and Mel and The Cult of ChristianityWe had a nice chat with our friend John Verner, who is an author, podcaster, and speaker who specializes in religious cults. Is Christianity a cult? He seems to think so.
Check out John's work: https://thecultofchristianity.com/
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters...2023-09-181h 07Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50“I Could Never Do That” is a temporary phraseSo many times I have caught myself, saying, “I could never do that”! But with 57 years of experience and knowledge, I now know that this phrase is a temporary setback that can be changed. These three stories can explain to you that the mindset and actions are two different things. I hope that one of these stories will resonate with where you are right now. Please reach out if you would like to share your story on this podcast you can reach me at pastlevel50@yahoo.com Alicia Elatassi The Tx Podgals Experience will be October 7 from 11 am to 2 pm. Get...2023-09-1230 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50GenX Binge Worthy Shows 70sI just started watching the Mary Tyler Moore Show and I’m hooked. As a child I remember waiting for these shows to come on it was 1970 I was four years old but I knew what was on and looked forward to what was on television. But back in 1970 if you missed an episode you missed it. Now I know where to find it and I can watch an entire series and binge watch everything. So my question for you is which series have you watched from beginning to end? What did you enjoy? And where did it take you. I...2023-08-0307 min
Dive Deep, Climb HighE046 Turn Your Passion into Purpose with Julie PerkinsIn this episode, we explore how you can turn your passion into purpose. Sharing her journey, we discuss how Julie has taken her experience of working in a large multi-national organisation to help build her own business Wyseminds which supports entrepreneurs on their journey to success. Packed full of helpful insights Julie also explains and why, for her, leadership is a recipe for failure and curiosity. KEY TAKEAWAY “The biggest lesson of leadership I had was about trust and the space to let go. As a leader you have to ask yourself about blo...2023-07-2645 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50The Glow-Up, Low Estrogen and MenopauseThe Glow Up happens to women. It can occur at any time. Changes in any capacity can stir up emotions, With this evolution, women are better prepared to exit the stage that they have been in. Relationships, careers, empty nest, change in health, death of a loved one, retirement. It can be anything. I hope this episode finds you an leaves you different. I'm not an expert but I am a Level 56 woman with a keen sense of observation. Follow me on any platform. Mel the Podcaster on Facebook. Past Level 50 Podcast on Instagram and Mel On Tiktok. I...2023-06-2823 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Pup Edition: I Found 2 Pups at an Estate SaleThere was an estate sale across the street on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Saturday was really busy. There was traffic coming from both directions and people were walking on sidewalks because there was no where to park. During this commotion, I saw two puppies, trying to dodge cars, run away from people and they looked really scared. Immediately, I went out and I scooped up these two pups and held them while I sat on my front porch swing. I hope you enjoy this episode, find me at pastlevel50@yahoo.com. Feel free to leave your feedback and your...2023-06-1213 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Working for FreeToday was an amazing day. I was able to help a crew of people clean out a house. There were two other women in this house. We all bonded. We all had piles of things to take home and it was amazing. Listen to this episode and maybe find a way to do something fun today I did just that. I was sweating. I was all dusty and I had a blast. Thanks for listening.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2023-06-0811 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Don’t be a Bad Guests on a PodcastHiiiiiiieeeeee!!!!! This episode is to help you be an amazing guest in any future podcast episodes. I have had situations where my dogs are barking, and I’ve had to interrupt the episode and start at a point where I can delete the barking of the dogs. Things happen, people knock on the door, and my dogs have to defend their territory, but if someone is opening a soda can or whipping up eggs, or walking away from the phone or flushing a toilet, these are not acceptable. I know as a listener people do not want to hear that. I...2023-06-0506 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Mother Here, Mother There, Mother EverywhereAre you a mother? Then you know that motherhood is a forever experience. Listen to this episode and join in on the driveway with those two young women in Scottsdale, Arizona. Comment, like, share and listen to more episodes of Past Level 50 with Mel the Podcaster. Find me on TikTok, Facebook and Instagram. Emali me at pastlevel50@yahoo.com
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2023-05-2220 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Toxic Positivity: It’s Not Good Vibes Only, it’s All Vibes AlwaysThis episode deals with toxic positivity. It’s everywhere you look. On shirts, on wall art, in television shows and movies, everywhere. I grew up with toxic positivity, it was a constant in my childhood and young adult life. I think Gen Xers have dealt with toxic positivity, and now can recognize it for what it’s worth. Life is not always “good vibes only.” I’m 56 now and I can see it. I can recognize it and I can get past it. This episode has played in my head for days. I watched BEEF on Netflix with Ali Wong and I rela...2023-05-0341 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Step Into Your Power with Alicia Reitz also known as AngelishFit on all the SocialsAlisha Reitz, also known as AngelishFit on TikTok is my guest today. She created a life mastery program for women over 35. Step Into Your Power addresses mindset, confidence, relationships, nutrition and movement. This program also includes an exercise program and a community where members can engage with her and with each other in this contained group. She is inviting women to attend a free online confidence mastermind class. Sign up at hoo.be/AngelishFit IG:@AngelishFit TikTok: @angelishfit
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2023-03-301h 27
Love-Listen-Talk-Repeat Podcast with Wendy CapewellThe living Experience of Trauma - with Mel Riley INTRO Mel Riley is a Psychotherapist who specialises in helping families to heal and thrive beyond anxiety, depression, and trauma CONTENT Mel shares her living experience of trauma, that they are not Panic Attacks, but Blind Terror Attacks where dysregulation causes Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn, or Friend responses. Often bouncing between these responses on the same day. Mel talks about LearnING, HealiNG, RecoverING because we are always on a journey. BIO Mel Riley is a lively Psychotherapist who works with children, adults and families. She h...2023-03-2939 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50A Quarter Inch…THEN, it will be Perfect, Perfect, Perfect!This is a grandmother story about alterations done on clothing. A quarter inch was always the standard for those individuals who were never happy with the initial fitting. There were many men and women who assigned my grandmother and extra layer of work. They left happily as they gave her more of a task to their garment. She happily looked at their article of clothing as it hung in the hallway. A quarter of an inch was so minuscule but they asked for the extra service. These people were told the task would be completed. They felt validated in how...2023-03-1219 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Self-Care is All on YOU!In this episode, Mel the Podcaster takes you on a journey of actually sitting down and making a plan for your self-care. In this plan, she will guide you through your past self care, which maybe wasn’t so positive and also the items on that you thought were self care, and that you’ve left behind. Also self care now in the present, and also for the final segment, self-care for the future. Within the episode, Mel, the podcaster introduces you to her other podcast, called The Naked, Onion, Mystery Tours, where she speaks candidly with Kitty Rebellion, Edith, the...2023-02-2723 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Patience and Grace Might Help EveryoneIn this episode, Mel talks about having patience and grace. In a line, a man cut in front of her and she was in disbelief. But because of the disbelief, she did not have time to respond negatively. A positive situation occurred, and she along with the man learned a lesson. #PastLevel50 #WomenPodcaster #WomenOver50 #womensupportingwomen #RetiredLife #WomanOnAMicrophone #WomanPodcaster
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2023-02-2112 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50TikTok’s Don’tBeaPendeja2.0, T. Tells Why Her Content is on PrivateIf you were wondering why her account was on private, this is the episode you need to listen to!2023-01-2253 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Ready to Travel? Amarilis from Ace Travels Will Show You the Way!If you have ever thought of traveling but have fear of not knowing where to start, this is the episode for you. Amarilis from Ace Travels will show you how to take a quality trip and how to experience the culture, the food and the people. Amarilis is a cohost with Coach Carmen on the podcast Eat Well Travel Often. If you’ve been reluctant on making those plans for an amazing trip she will show you exactly where to get started. I hope you enjoy this episode and let me know if this inspired you to make any travel pl...2023-01-171h 24
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Coach Ang Atwell: Life Coach for Millennial WOC in San Antonio, TexasFind Coach Ang at www.coachangatwell.com/links. I found Coach Ang Atwell yesterday and was just blown away because she is the type of woman that I would’ve loved to have listened to as a young mom when I was in my 30s. I didn’t have this and I’m hoping that now I can bring that to you and to show you that having a life coach is something that some of us may need. January 15 might just be an introduction to what you may need. The three pillars of self love, mindset and accountability were just e...2023-01-0823 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Coach Kitty from the 757 Lifestyle Walkers is here to Make US Move!!Coach Kitty from TikTok and from 757 Lifestyle Walkers is here to teach us, to motivate us and to inspire us to make a change for ourselves. I had the opportunity to meet, although not in person, Coach Kitty. We record on the Naked Onion Mystery Tours podcast with Edith the Producer and Kitty Rebellion. I am Mel the Podcaster and and when we get together it’s four women coming together from all over the United States. Coach Kitty and I joined the podcast a few months ago and I remember looking at her TikTok thinking wow here’s a woma...2022-12-111h 04Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Kiki, the Little Dog that Stole my HeartKiki is a little dog that I met during the Thanksgiving holiday 2022. I had never been around an older female dog. She was seven years old and in human years that puts her close to a 50-year-old woman. Upon spending so much time with Kiki I noticed all of the Resemblances that I had with her. We had so much in common that I had to write the list down just to recognize and except these commonalities between myself and a dog. I recorded this on December 1, 2022. As the year ends I have come to observe what I am grateful...2022-12-0108 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Bipolar Disorder: Edith’s ExperienceBipolar disorder is something that most of us don’t know how to handle. I had the opportunity to speak with Edith the Producer from NOMT, Naked Onion Mystery Tours Podcast. She has dealt with bipolar disorder and has used nutrition to guide her through most of her symptoms. Edith takes us with her on this emotional journey. She talks about episodes and her symptoms. Our job as listeners today is to listen and to understand a little part of her journey as she holds our hand as we walk along with her. While I am not an expert I di...2022-11-281h 20
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Minimalist Dara Zycherman from Less Equals More will change your lifeDara Zycherman from Less Equals More will help you change your life. Can you imagine find a calmness and getting freedom from all of your stuff. She will help you through her Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Home and by making room for your life in the step-by-step workbook to turn your life‘s chaos into clarity calm and peace. Dara offers in person organizing. She is a minimalist lifestyle coach and she will guide you through this online. It is amazing! The Less Equals More plan is in steps: the step first is free! Wow, it’s a free cons...2022-11-1443 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50I Choose to Stay Away from Toxic PeopleToxic people can make the work environment unbearable. Over 20 years ago I worked with a woman who made my life almost a living torturous hell. She observed me and evaluated me over 30 times during a school year. I happily left the district because of her and went on to work in another district for the next 16 years of my career. Today I ran into her and she literally sucked the energy out of the room for me. I knew that I had to leave that room because of how I felt about her. The anxiety I felt made me want...2022-11-1417 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Move With Aevie Consistency Challenge @movewithaevie.gr8.comIf you’ve ever thought of involving yourself in mat Pilates, this is the opportunity you have been looking for. Aevie and I spoke about diet lies, diet culture her journey for her weight loss. She took us along in her Pilates experience and this is the class to introduce you to her journey and being a part of a tribe that will lead you to finding the truth about exercise and the food connection. Find Aevie and her mat Pilates challenge at movewithaevie.gr8.com You can find her on Instagram and Facebook at movewithaevie. Register for this Mat Pi...2022-11-1123 minThe Burning Eden Podcast: With Baph and MelBaph and Mel Harden Their HeartsWe have the absolute privilege of chatting with the amazing Cynthia McDonald (CAMM). Cynthia is an atheist activist, author, podcaster, and one of the hosts at The Non-Prophets, a show with the Atheist Community of Austin (ACA - known for The Atheist Experience). Cynthia shares her personal experiences with religion, being raised Episcopalian and becoming an atheistic Buddhist. Cynthia discusses how Christianity was instrumental in upholding white supremacy and perpetuating the oppression of blacks in the US.
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Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Food, Fat, Shame, Rewards and NOT DietingFind her on all of the platforms! Aevie Vielma is a Certified Pilates Instructor at Club Pilates. She is on Facebook as Ashley Vielma. I get to follow her in my classes and she guides us in finding our bodily connections to support our daily Pilates movements. She lost 60 pounds but she was not on a diet. She has a YouTube channel that will guide you toward an introduction in mat Pilates. If you have questions or need wellness support contact her at movewithaevie@gmail.com
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel...2022-10-191h 05Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Loneliness, Bursts of Companionship and Finding YOUR CommunityGradually, loneliness crept into my life. I didn’t notice this stranger until I almost didn’t recognize my behavior. It took a TikTok therapist, Dr. Elena Sherwood, to ask the grand question: Do you suffer from loneliness? Sniffling, I thought…yes. I listened to her and realized that I had changes to make. This is the beginning of that journey.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-10-0623 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Kitty Rebellion Stands Up to Diet Culture and Ageism…You Can Too!Kitty Rebellion is a TikTok Enthusiast who will make you look at yourself as she brings knowledge to light from the seat of her Jeep. She asks the big questions and allows you to see the answers in a clear manner. She is the co-producer of the Naked Onion Mystery Tours along with Edith the Producer, Coach Kitty and myself. Kitty Rebellion stands up for herself and will enable you to trust yourself to stand up for yourself along your journey as a woman of today.
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Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Spa Water, Brownie Glazed Lips and Book Tok! Oh my!! T speaks up on TikTokT. from _mysocalledlife_ needed a backup TikTok account called dontbeapendeja2.0 to keep up with the haters and the repetition of questions from trolls. She speaks up for Latina/o community. She has no fear when she continually has to repeat the same answers for those attacking her and for what she represents. You need to listen to this episode to understand why aguas frescas and brown eye liner are the talk of TikTok. She shares her valuable knowledge on how to handle these types of people on TikTok.
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Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Loneliness was Bothering Me, so I Changed my EnvironmentWhen I retired from teaching in a large elementary school to being at home, I was feeling very lonely. We were still in a pandemic so I dealt with life in a virtual way almost like everyone else. Then, I couldn’t handle the sadness that was setting in as well. I headed to the Senior Center in my town, and signed up. These are my recent experiences. If you ever feel lonely, reach out and do something about it. There are places to help seniors. I know, because i am one. Find me on pastlevel50@yahoo.com if you ne...2022-09-2922 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50I Wear Yoga Pants Daily…Out of Spite!I evolved 28 years to wear yoga pants on the daily. In 1988, I had to wear customary school teacher clothing. Monday through Friday 200 days a year, slacks, covered shoulders and panty hose with closed toe shoes. I was held back with rules about jeans and school shirts. We had to wait around for jean tickets, pay $40 for extra jean days and if we were lucky we had free jean days on a printed calendar. I wear black yoga pants and Flojo flip flops daily because I can. I’m a rebellious middle aged retired teacher who wears yoga pants everywhere and I...2022-09-1915 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Dr. Elena Sherwood, Resilience Coach, TikTok Enthusiast on Self-Care and my new friendI am so excited to have you here for Dr. Elena Sherwood. She is a retired therapist who decided to inspire others with seeking their own pattern of resilience. She wrote a book titled: Greatness Finds a Way. Finding our way in our own authenticity is a struggle as a GenXer. I felt alone in this difficult conversation but she has guided me and informed me that we are all dealing with this issue. She feels it’s a bit morbid to talk about our death bed but really, by that time, it’s too late. Move things now and do t...2022-09-1657 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Come listen and learn from Jorge Mata, the TikTok Creator of VIVA TEXAS.If you are from Texas or have ever thought that you know anything about Texas, you need to listen to Jorge Mata. He shares his insight on how different Texas cities are from each other. His voice on the personification of tacos, brisket and the Texas highways is so enlightening. The Rio Grande Valley, Corpus Christi, Kingsville, the King Ranch, Houston, San Antonio and Austin… no one is safe! He compares tacos, Whataburger, HEB, HEB products and the why Buc-ees is the best shopping experience and potty break along the Texas freeways. Catch him on TikTok or find VIVA TEXAS on...2022-09-101h 03
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Meet TicTok Creators and lip sync duo PALOMA NOPAL and RUBELLA POX.Paloma Nopal and Rubella Pox are two amazing creators who fascinated me. I watched their videos and knew that I had to watch more. Join in this episode to discover how they create and share their insight with the world through TicTok. You can find them here today. Enjoy.
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Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50I Would Walk 10,000 StepsWalk, hop, skip or dance. Every step counts towards your goal. Move today and your body might hurt tomorrow but in the end, isn’t it all worth it? Find me on TikTok for the latest.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-08-0909 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50My transition to Post-Menopause at 56Menopause, Pap Smear, Woman’s Wellness Exam, Post-Menopause, Mammogram. If any of these terms resonate with you today, this episode is for you.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-07-2110 min
WidowhoodEp 10: Interview with fellow widow, Marie Alessi - author, podcaster, TedTalk speaker and more!Marie Alessi has passion for loving the life she has after the tragic loss she had. She is driven to help other wids and people who have lost loved ones, by holding getaway retreats and through her activities on her website. If you even need something more to help you cope with your loss, I can recommend reaching out to Marie. She will lead you to other support if she cannot help you. She is a delight to talk to and her attitude is contagious!! Her website is below and contains all the links to the articles, Tedtalk, books...2022-06-2338 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50I Wished I Was a DogGenX stories that will make you wonder why things were the way we were. I wished I was a dog and I told my grandmother. She told me to shut up and not say crazy things.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-06-1012 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Does GenX seek help when needing mental clarity?I’m a product of the 60s and 70s. We had such a unique upbringing. Often, the subject of going to a therapist comes up. Seriously, I have given it some thought, but I really don’t think that a therapist is knowledgeable in dealing with the issues that come up with a GenX person.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-02-2423 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Were You Hugged and Kissed When You Were Put to Bed?I asked this question a week ago and the answers are all over the place. Those old black and white sitcoms made it look like the norm but it was not happening at my house in Kingsville, Texas! Were you sent to bed, put to bed or tucked in with a hug and a kiss? I need to know!!! Share your experiences!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-02-1012 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Product of GenX: We took care of Ourselves and Each OtherThis episode deals with being a product of GenX. Our grown-ups were working and we had so much free time. Luckily we came out alive!!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-01-2610 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50If Only We Had More Time! OMG! We Ran Out Of Time!!Today, I’m all I’m my mom’s business. She and I had so many ideas and dreams of places we would go to and visit. We talked about going to Vegas, New Orleans, you name it, we wanted to go. But as time went on…we didn’t do the all the things we wanted. Don’t do this to yourself. Get out there and make those plans. Time goes by sooo fast.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-01-0920 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Phoenix, Botox and PrayersAnyone and anything can come up in these episodes.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-01-0707 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 502022 What’s in Store for YOU?I brought the year in as passively as possible. The new year will BE. It’ll just BE. Follow Chance_Charlie_Chico on Instagram. Happy New Year. Próspero Año Nuevo.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2022-01-0513 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50The words “Grateful” and “Gratitude” are EVERYWHEREEverywhere I look, I see those words. On tee shirts, home decor and advertisements, they are just part of the Thanksgiving setting. So, I ask you, “What are you grateful for today?” Share your thoughts with the world. We need some insight.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-11-1806 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Shame. Shame. Shame. Shame on you!I was shamed for my silver hair choice. I’ve carried this story in my heart for 4 months. Shaming has been dosed out to me since my childhood. It hurt then and if I allowed it, it could have hurt now. If you or someone you know is being shamed, please leave your anonymous message at pastlevel50@yahoo.com. Names will be changed to protect the victims.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-08-2311 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Organizing? Cleaning? Organized Chaos in full effect.Usually during the summer weeks, I often thought about all of these amazing things I wanted to do during the break. This time, I jumped right on in and did them.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-07-2609 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Yes, I See You There Feeling All FlawedI was feeling all flawed yesterday but a wonderful random woman changed my outlook and changed how I see myself. I now want to SEE and BE. Hope to motivate and inspire you see each other in the world.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-06-2509 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Clearing the Clutter: The Classroom After 26 Years of TeachingI was forced to Clear the Classroom Clutter. After teaching 16 years at this campus, I had accumulated so many items. I had moved from class to class but I could always bring my things with me. This time, I wanted to leave with only my backpack. I set out to minimize the amount of stuff I would actually bring back to my home. The task took a year to accomplish but I did it! Join me as I talk about this journey of junk. Let me tell you!!!!
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Widow We Do Now?Episode 71 | Tawny Platis is HilariousAnita and Mel interview fellow young widow and podcaster, Tawny Platis of Death is Hilarious. Dark humor, dead husband jokes, the Babs Bible, and psychopathy are just a mere few of the intriguing topics the trio explores. Check out Tawny's podcast on every major podcast platform! https://deathishilarious.comJoin Anita and Mel's Patreon starting at $5:www.patreon.com/wwdnWant to buy us some tacos?https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonowMel's custom relaxation YouTube music channel (Drömkatt):https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL1WrSiQGVw2qavRi_7BlQA/featured2021-05-311h 10
Unpacking StoriesMind and Body Balance | The Story of Registered Dietitian, Business Owner, and Podcaster Toni MarinucciHello and welcome to another episode of Unpacking Stories! I’m so stoked to introduce this week’s storyteller **drumroll please** Toni Marinucci! Toni is a fellow podcaster of the Tips With Toni Podcast, Registered Dietitian, Health and Wellness coach whose passion is to help people live happier and healthier lives. Toni takes us through some of the happiest moments growing up on Long Island to recalling some of her darkest moments with her relationship with food. We dive into her process of slowing down, becoming introspective, and getting honest with herself about navigating her relationships with food...2021-04-261h 18Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Say “Yes!” to and “No!” to...with less guilt ChallengeIn this episode, I shared the three experiences that allowed me to say yes to and no to. I treated this Spring Break as a preview of what retirement will be for me.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-03-2207 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50PastLevel50: Try Something NewIt’s my last Spring Break as an Elementary school teacher. I started a movement to make myself to try something new on a daily basis. Join me at #pastlevel50trysomethingnew you might learn something or inspire someone along the way.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-03-1510 min
Mel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Emotionally Fragile in Frozen February 2021Texas is dealing with freezing temperatures and rolling black outs during the Winter Storm of 2021. We have extended periods of time with no electricity, frozen pipes and unsanitary water conditions. I’m emotionally fragile as I deal with the situation instead of running from it.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-02-1711 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Colonoscopy Contemplation?!I dreaded the idea of even scheduling a colonoscopy. I rescheduled it so many times. It wasn’t until I watched my husband prepare and go through his that I was even able to fathom the thought of actually going through with it. Today was the day and I hope to convince you to schedule yours ASAP!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-02-0414 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Are You Hormonal?This episode deals with menopause. The symptoms are there. Are you still in denial? Are you excusing the symptoms by giving them to the fact that you are getting older? Are you willing to keep track of them and see if maybe you could do something about them? I kept records on my phone, saw a doctor and I’m feeling better. I was tired of feeling so tired. Make a change if you want to make a change.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-2617 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Too Many Resolutions Made Me Feel OverwhelmedThe resolutions that I set for myself we’re bringing me down. I felt burdened with the amount of work that I set on myself. After a nap, I woke up and reset my life with just being myself.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-1311 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50The Skating Rink Came to TownThe fun on Avenue C expanded over to Corral Street. Skating in those old skates while in that dusty old floor was an exhilarating experience. We knew it wouldn’t last for long but we were there every day while it lasted.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-0910 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Too Close to the FlameCold weather reminds me of the delicious caldo my grandmother made. Hang on to those traditional recipes. Pass them down or at least write them down. Let’s not lose our history.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-0804 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 501973: Kingsville ISD, Lamar Elementary y La Vieja FergusonI’m not sure why we were bussed to a different school that year but I know that all I felt was discrimination and oppression. It was a painful year for 8 year old me. I learned that the love and comfort from my family and my community on Avenue C were there as soon as I stepped off of that school bus.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-0707 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50She Measured His Crotch! 2010 Blog Meets 2021 PodcastTaking you back to my childhood on Avenue C. Mama Lile was a seamstress and tailored Navy uniforms at home. It was funny to hear her jargon as she directed the men while they stood on a stool to be fitted.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-0606 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 502010 Blog Meets 2021 Podcast: “Miss, He’s Rich!”Define what being rich meant to you as a child. Explain what it means now. Being rich was a goal from my own childhood.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-0505 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Blog 2010 meets Podcast 2021: Kickball!Childhood memories of kickball fill my mind. Kicking and running I. The streets. It was the 70’s and we took care of each other.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-0304 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 502010 Blog Meets 2021 Podcast: January 2, Keeping Active is NOT a Resolution BUT a Part of LifeMoving your body is a part of life. Get out there and move. Take a walk or stay active by doing some yoga. Even if you already gave up on your Resolution to stay active, keep moving.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-0206 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 502010 Blog Meets 2021 Podcast: Crocheting Memories with Great-grandmotherIn this episode I take you to the beginning levels of my Past 50 Levels. I grew up in Kingsville, Texas. My great-grandmother taught me to take chances with yarn and was a positive role model for me.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2021-01-0206 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Resolutions: Set. Reset. Set Aside2020 was a year where we set our resolutions. We had to reset some because of the corona pandemic. Some resolutions we set aside due to living in isolation. While living in our homes, resilience has occurred and we are stronger.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-12-3112 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Finding and Feeling that GratitudeGratitude is the focus. Experiences are important while material things are not. Focus on time spent with the family. For that is where we need to be right now.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-12-2713 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Recovery, Barriers and Baron BaptisteIn this episode, I share my Denver, Colorado Experience. I take you through Red Rocks, The Garden of the Gods and the personal awakening of feeling of recovery. Also, the moment of a beautiful epiphany when Baron Baptiste asked me what stops me from doing what I need to accomplish. Follow me on Instagram at Past Level 50 to leave your feedback or to inspire other. See You Soon!
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-11-3022 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50A Beautiful Woman with Woolen Socks at Red RocksIt’s another adventure in Denver Colorado. This was my hiking experience at Red Rocks. Find out what roll these woolen socks from a beautiful woman in her perfect hiking gear plays in our lives.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-11-2611 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50The New Normal, Traditions are Evolving during COVID 2020Traditionally in 2019, things were done a certain way. COVID has forced us to evolve into a different way of doing things. Kindergarten. Yoga. Shopping. Family gatherings. We are all having to change our ways to be safe during this pandemic of 2020.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-11-2315 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50I Fell, We Fall...We FeelThis episode deals with the fear that we carry. Fear can become so massive that it can be debilitating. I’ve learned that fear can protect and also destroy me. Instead of fearing, start feeling.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-11-1110 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50What You Elect To KeepToday is Election Day. I elected to find the calmness between the busy moments of my day. I elected to chose what will stay and what I let go of.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-11-0308 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Make that Call: Dial a FriendSituations during this pandemic have led me to become reminiscent. I found that I have time to gather my memories and laugh and even cry at times. I’ve actually CALLED friends and family to catch up. I hope to inspire you to DIAL A FRIEND.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-10-2915 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50Not Doing Anything About Menopause is the Wrong AnswerThis episode deals with moving things around and doing something about those symptoms that pertain to menopause. A hobby, a craft, exercising and just moving around could get women out of the menopausal cycle and the feelings of depression.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-10-2116 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50You’re not the First and You’re not the LastSymptoms of menopause are discussed. Fight, flight and freeze are part of a lifelong journey. Share your symptoms for future episode topics.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-10-0718 minMel the Podcaster is Past Level 50My Goal for 2020 is NOT TO DIEThis episode takes you into the new normal for everyone in 3020. From Virtual Kindergarten to in-School Kindergarten. Things are so different today.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pastlevel50withmel/message2020-09-2900 min
The Color of Wisdom PodcastHow Taking a Stand Creates ChangeSpeaking out against injustice allows you to be heard. Elijah Coles Brown is a motivational speaker, social justice activist, and podcaster who has volunteered on both Barack Obama and Hilary Clinton’s campaigns. He has been featured in Time magazine and the Richmond Free Press along with various other news sources. With an impressive resume, it may be a surprise to learn Elijah is still in high school. On this episode of the Color of Wisdom with Mel Mitchell, you’ll learn about the importance of creating uncomfortable dialogue and to always respond rather than react to injustice.Me...2020-06-2437 minThe Color of Wisdom PodcastBeing an Agent of ChangeYour career can be a clean slate for equity and diversity inclusion, and your self-determination and faith can lead you to success. As the School Climate Improvement Specialist, Dr. Humes has professional and personal experience facing the hardest challenges. She is a motivational speaker, influencer, and entrepreneur who is dedicated to making a difference in her community and transforming culture. On this episode of The Color of Wisdom with Mel Mitchell, you’ll learn about working against implicit bias to create change and how strong faith can lead you to where you’re supposed to be.Mel and...2020-06-0137 minThe Color of Wisdom PodcastThe Art of NetworkingOur communities can help us flourish as individuals and lift us up in times of trouble if we have the wisdom to engage with them effectively. As a software portfolio advisor, program manager, and business operation manager, Aries has professional experience with business networking and office politics. She hosts the Scratching and Surviving podcast and co-hosts the Bold Black Girls podcast. Being involved in her community and the Alliance of Technology and Women (ATW), she is a networking and socializing expert. On this episode of Color of Wisdom with Mel Mitchell, you’ll learn not only about the power of...2020-04-2331 min